Class Project:

Create a full color illustration of a unique character.

Sharing Your Work:

When you are finished, post your illustration in the class project section. Not sure how to post a project? Just click 'create project' in the side bar. Bonus points for sharing screenshots of your creative process!

Class Resources:

Not sure how to get started? Download Ira's class worksheets!

The worksheets will help you remember what you've learned and guide you through each step of your own project. They are available as individual JPGs to open in a drawing app or as collected PDF.

Below is a break down of all the stages of Ira's process as shown in the class. If you have any questions or need more tips, please let me know! I'm happy to help!

Project Steps:

Part 1 - Use question prompts and gather reference photos to learn about your character!

Part 2 - Explore 'shape language' to develop the style of your character design!

Part 3 - Pose your character for the final illustration!

Part 4 - Ink your sketch!

Part 5 - Color your character!

Part 6 - Add light and shadow!

Lisa Stem

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